Toxins and Sepsis

3. Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome which is more rare is associated with what significant coagulopathy?
5. While the data is controversial, the likelihood of STSS in children is possibly increased with use of which class of drugs of OTC Drugs?
6. What medication commonly used for RSI has been associated with increased mortality in sepsis?
7. This syndrome is characterized by fever, erythematous rash, hypotension and multiorgan involvement and desquamation?
10. The toxins that cause TSS are felt to be due to proteins which can overactive the immune system. These are also referred to as …
11. What electrolyte abnormality is commonly seen in patients with TSS?
12. In the 1980’s TSS was most noted with use of which hygiene product?

1. What antibiotic is used specifically to cut down production of the toxin in TSS/STSS?
2. What typical management of sepsis has been shown to be harmful to children in resource-limited settings?
4. What additional medication can be given to those who are refractory to fluids and vasopressors in pediatric sepsis?
8. The majority of cases of TSS are caused by which bacteria?
9. What vasopressor has been shown to have increased mortality and morbidity in pediatric sepsis?